If you read various follow ups, the clients point out that she has changed her facebook and website since they booked her. She had initially described herself as a professional experienced photographer only to later say they "hired a student" knowing what they were getting. (One link in a news story even refers to possible stolen images on her website) So the clients may have actually looked at 'her" work. She just was not able to create that quality for them.
One of the articles in the OP included her original Facebook ad that attracted the clients in the first place. No mention of student or even "aspirational."
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LOOKING FOR A FEMALE, RELIABLE, WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER!?
Look no further.
Here at C Johnston Photography I have a passion for what I do, which showcases throughout gorgeous wedding memories I have captured.
I have photographed different weddings, be that religious or non-religious, as well as various cultures and traditions. I have met some wonderful couples along the way, and I hope to carry this through.
I base my packages around you, to ensure their personalised and all your needs are met. With prices starting from only £125, you know you can get your big day captured, and remembered.
Text/Call or E-mail me today for a quick quote.
I’m more than willing to meet in advance to show wedding’s in more depth and details.
Kind regards,
Chloe Johnston,
C Johnston Photography"
Hmm.. saw this quote from her as well:
"He will do anything to drag my name through the mud, when all I tried to do was help with him and his wife with whatever problem they had against me even though they loved the product, and he's now done this to a young female."
She actually played the "But I'm a girl" card. So hard to decide which of these quotes is more egregious really.. lol
Not only does she try to claim to be a victim of sexism, but she also screws up her grammar as well. He's done this to a young female...a young female WHAT? It's distressingly common for people to use "female" or "male" - which are adjectives - instead of "woman" or "man."